If you have hit a plateau in your fitness program and aren’t losing more weight (or seeing an improvement in muscle mass), then you are probably not working hard enough. Kick up the intensity of your workouts and you’ll see some results. There are several ways you can increase the intensity.
Shorten Your Rest
By shortening your rest intervals, you will finish your workout faster and your muscles will have to work faster and harder.
Start Lifting More
Add a little extra weight to your regular lifting. It will get your muscles out of the rut and improve your strength.
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If you find that you oftentimes skip workouts and are generally lazy about your fitness routine, finding a workout partner to push you is the best option. Working out with someone else helps fight laziness and keeps your motivated. It’s much more difficult to skip workouts when you know someone else is expecting you to be there.
Together with a partner, you can set goals, track your progress and compete against each other. Plus, a friend can help you by spotting you at the gym.
A knowledgeable workout partner who has perhaps been working out longer than you will also be able …read more